Cetyl Babassuate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cetyl Babassuate is the ester of cetyl alcohol and fatty acids derived from Orbignya Oleifera Oil
What does it do?
Cetyl Babassuate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Cetyl Babassuate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cetyl Babassuate?
Cetyl Babassuate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cetyl Babassuate is the ester of cetyl alcohol and fatty acids derived from Orbignya Oleifera Oil
Is Cetyl Babassuate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Babassuate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Babassuate do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Babassuate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010